Summer 24 Seasonal Forest and Park Supervisor Iii - Hingham, United States - Department of Conservation & Recreation

Department of Conservation & Recreation
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Hingham, United States

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POSITION INFORMATION:

Position:
Seasonal Forest and Park Supervisor III

Location:
Boston Harbor Islands State Park

Start Date:

ASAP
End Date: 10/26/24

Number of openings: 1


Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.**The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. DCR is a dynamic agency, and is one of the largest park systems in the nation. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor III.


The Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor is responsible for supervising the maintenance and operations of parks, recreation areas, parkways, roadways, pedestrian ways and parking lots for public use.

The incumbent of this position determines work priorities and resources, assigns and supervises staff, compiles and reviews data concerning park maintenance effectiveness and provides reports of all activities and incidents.


SPECIFIC DUTIES:


Supervises the maintenance of assigned recreational areas, including such activities as grounds maintenance, building and equipment maintenance, repair and/or removal of hazardous conditions such as unsafe trees or limbs.


Coordinates special use permits, joint calendar with park partners and serves as liaison with National Park Service, Boston Harbor Now and other park partners.

Determines manpower and equipment resources necessary to accomplish assigned tasks.

Maintains records and prepares reports concerning assigned work to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.

Coordinates the activities and work of volunteers, court-referred individuals, etc.

May prepare budgets for assigned areas by projecting resource needs and preparing required documentation for agency's budget request.

Monitors the activities involved in park maintenance work.

Compiles and reviews data concerning effectiveness of park maintenance activities to prepare reports for supervisor

Provides on-the-job training for new employees.


Prepares reports as required; maintains records and logs on such matters as time and attendance of assigned personnel; performs routine vehicle maintenance inspections; and operates motor vehicles and other park machinery and equipment as required.

Inspects damage to park areas, equipment, etc. as a result of storms, vandalism and accidents to estimate the cost of labor and materials required for repairs and/or replacements


Determines work priorities and assigns staff to specific tasks such as spraying, watering, planting trees, cleaning catch basins, trash removal, snow & ice removal etc.

Performs related work as assigned.

Ability to work in a team setting.

Ability to exercise sound judgment.

Required to work outdoors in all types of weather.

Work varied shifts and/or irregular hours; and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. Work schedules and days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor. This position may require working weekends and/or holidays.


Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:


Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of forestry, parks or recreational management and (B) of which at least two years must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.


Substitutions:
I.

An Associate's or higher degree with a major in forestry, natural resources management or parks and/or recreation management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.


  • Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE:
No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.


Comprehensive Benefits


When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.

We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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